Joan Allen

Joan Allen, a history fellow with expertise in the Chartist movement, Emma Griffin, a modern British history professor, and Robert Saunders, a reader in modern history, delve into the rich tapestry of Chartism. They discuss the monumental 1838 Glasgow demonstration and the People's Charter’s calls for reform. Insight into the social fabric shows how the movement unified a disparate working class while facing government repression. The guests highlight the crucial roles women played in activism and how Chartism's legacy paved the way for future reforms.

Joan Allen, a Visiting Fellow at Newcastle University, Emma Griffin, a Professor at the University of East Anglia, and Robert Saunders, a Reader at Queen Mary University, dive into the dynamic world of Chartism. They discuss the launch of the People's Charter in 1838 and its demands for universal male suffrage. The trio explores how industrialization fueled this mass movement, the balance of moral and physical force in their tactics, and the significant role of women and religion. Their impact on British politics continues to resonate today.